Gas Tank Strap problems of the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser

Fuel tank straps rusted, as well as multiple areas in frame rusted from the inside out. Once vehicle was put on a lift, mechanic said gas tank straps needed replaced as well as some repair to the structural integrity of the frame.

Fuel tank strap rusted through, almost lost my fuel tank. I have since replaced it at the dealership. The frame is has also developed rust issues.

My 2007 Fj Cruiser has major problems with rust. This includes being informed today that the frame has holes that have rusted through and the vehicle would not pass inspection. I have already put a lot of money into the vehicle replacing rusted parts including replacing the fuel tank straps last year, parts of the suspension and radiator. This seems excessive damage due to rust and creates an unsafe Toyota product.

The straps that hold the gas tank up under the vehicle have rusted away and the gas tank has fallen out of the bottom of the vehicle. This incident occurred while driving on city streets near my home.

Fuel straps rusted out while in motion on a city street and fuel tank fell down. Had to get truck towed and fixed.

Fuel tank support straps rusting out. . Also frame rusting all over. Rear support links connections on the frame are rusting out.

My fuel tank straps where rotted off I had to go under the vehicle check on the side of the road and had to get straps replaced because of how rotted they where.

Frame is rusting & cracked in various places. Gas tank strap rusted / corroded completely off leaving gas tank sagging in the rear. This has all happened over time.

The straps that hold the fuel tank into the truck are mild steel and sit in a pan that tends to collect water that is splashed up while driving in wet conditions. One of the two that hold mine in disintegrated and dropped the tank. The other is not far behind. The rest of my undercarriage is in much better condiftion that the fuel tank retaining straps were.

Went and filled my Fj Cruiser with gas and soon as I did strap holding front of gas tank up snapped on both sides just bought day before kinda disappointing but mainly a huge hazard to be driving with 140+pounds of gas hang that low for a quick fix had to start with bungee cord.

The national highway traffic safety administration needs to open an investigation into reports of excessive fuel tank strap rust for the 2007 � 2014 Toyota Fj Cruiser. This is safety problems that will most likely result in the fuel tank falling from the vehicle causing serious gasoline spilling leading to a potential explosions and/or accident. There have been several recalls pertaining to underneath spare tire carrier holders due to rust in many other Toyota models. This is potentially a much greater safety concern. My vehicle has rust covering the outside area in several locations. The inside against the tank is not visible unless removed making this even more of a danger due to not being able to inspect them without disassembly. In conclusion what appeared as normal surface rust can indeed be structural integrity concerns. The fuel tank straps can rust inside out causing failure and need a proper professional inspection.

Went to gas station today to fill up my fj with gas and the fuel tank straps broke in 2 places. The bolted and pinned connections are still there but the actual straps have deteriorated and snapped right in half. The fuel tank is now hanging down completely in the rear. First the rear differential manufacturer's defect which they would not pay for at all, now the front seat belt does not work at all and now the fuel tank is about to fall off on the road. What a hazard.

The national highway traffic safety administration needs to open an investigation into reports of excessive fuel tank strap rust for the 2007 � 2014 Toyota Fj Cruiser. This is safety problems that will most likely result in the fuel tank falling from the vehicle causing serious gasoline spilling leading to a potential explosions and/or accident. Corrosion complaints have been filed as early as 2008 and should be noted: NHTSA id number: 10257254 incident date December 17, 2008 my Fj Cruiser is stored, covered, and not driven in the winter and exhibits fuel tank strap rust above and beyond normal wear and tear. Toyota has long known of securing straps and cables that were not treated properly and yet they failed to warn new buyers or offer significant help to Fj Cruiser owners. There have been several recalls pertaining to underneath spare tire carrier holders due to rust in many other Toyota models. This is potentially a much greater safety concern.

Frame rusted, rear cross-member rusted, gas tank straps rusted, suspension rusted/compromised.

New car rusted very quickly. Fuel tank straps rusting also.